How to make Caipirinha (Traditional Brazilian drink)

A Caipirinha is Brazil's national cocktail. It's made with fresh limes and a bit of sugar, but what makes this drink really special is the addition of cachaça, a spirit made from distilled sugarcane juice. This drink is bright and refreshing, making it the perfect cocktail to enjoy on a warm day. There are many variations of this lovely drink, but this recipe follows the traditional lime-based approach.

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Things You'll Need

1 medium lime, quartered

2 1/4 teaspoons cane sugar

Muddler

Ice

2 fl oz cachaça

Small spoon

Lime wheel or wedge for garnish

Step 1

Add three to four lime wedges, and 2 1/4 teaspoons cane sugar to a short glass.

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Step 2

Muddle the limes and the sugar together until all of the sugar dissolves.

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Step 3

Add the ice to the glass, then pour the cachaça over the top.

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Step 4

Stir everything together with a spoon to combine all of the ingredients.